Removal and Installation

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Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Remove the six nuts.

Fig 1: Removing Nuts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Release the lock cylinder rod.

Fig 2: Releasing Lock Cylinder Rod
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Release the liftgate release handle actuating rod.
1. Open the locking clip.
2. Release the rod.
  
  Fig 3: Releasing Liftgate Release Handle Actuating Rod
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the exterior liftgate release handle and finish panel.
Remove the liftgate lock cylinder.
1. Remove the locking clip.
2. Remove the lock cylinder.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Liftgate Lock Cylinder
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Transfer parts as necessary.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.